Podaguda
Podaguda is a village located in Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kokasara (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Gotamunda is the gram panchayat of Podaguda village.
Podaguda has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Podaguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Podaguda is 424010. The village spans a total geographical area of 1053 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766103. Junagarh is nearest town to Podaguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Podaguda
Population of Podaguda
Below is a concise population overview of Podaguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,703 | 1,325 | 1,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 191 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 191 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,082 | 545 | 537 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 540 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,875 | 785 | 1,090 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Podaguda village:
- The total population of Podaguda village is around 2,703, including approximately 1,325 males and 1,378 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 384 children aged 0–6 years in Podaguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Podaguda village has 406 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,082 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Podaguda village is about 30.63%, with male literacy at 40.75% and female literacy at 20.90%.
- There are around 706 households in Podaguda village.
Connectivity of Podaguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Podaguda. As per the 2011 stats, Podaguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Podaguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Podaguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Podaguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Podaguda
- Where is Podaguda located?
- Podaguda village is situated in Kokasara Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Podaguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Podaguda is Gotamunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Podaguda?
- The pincode of Podaguda is 766103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Podaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Podaguda is 2,703, with 1,325 males and 1,378 females.
- How many households are there in Podaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Podaguda village has a total of 706 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Podaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Podaguda is 30.63%. The male literacy rate is 40.75%, while the female literacy rate is 20.90%.